Winston-Salem in Forsyth County, North Carolina — The American South (South Atlantic)

Aaron Rowand

Photographed by Mark Parker, May 22, 2026

1. Aaron Rowand Marker

Inscription.
Dash Career: (1999)
Career Stats: .279 BA • 24 HR • 96 R • 88 RBI • 15 SB

Highlights
2X World Series Champion
2007 All-Star Game Participant
2007 NL Gold Glove

Selected in the first round of the 1998 MLB draft by the Chicago White Sox, Aaron Rowand was a part of Chicago's 2005 World Series team and San Francisco's 2010 World Series team. During his career, Rowand replaced Kenny Lofton in centerfield twice (White Sox and Phillies). Following his playing career, Rowand returned to the White Sox organization as a broadcaster and minor league coach.

Erected by Winston-Salem Dash.

Topics. This historical marker is listed in this topic list: Sports. A significant historical year for this entry is 1999.

Location. 36° 5.51′ N, 80° 15.366′ W. Marker is in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in Forsyth County. It can be reached from Ballpark Way east of Peters Creek Parkway. The marker is at Truist Stadium. It is stationed near the main entrance into the ballpark. Touch for map. Marker is at or near this postal address: 951 Ballpark Way, Winston Salem NC 27101, United States of America. Touch for directions.

Regionally,

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this marker is in North Carolina’s Piedmont

and specifically in Piedmont Triad.

It is also in the American South

and specifically in the Upper South.

Globally, it is in North America,

the Western Hemisphere,

the Western World,

and the Anglosphere.

Historically, it finds itself in what was once the territory of the Mississippian Culture,

one of the original Thirteen Colonies,

one of the Confederate States of America,

and the Antebellum South.

Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this marker: Carlos Rodon (here, next to this marker); Chris Sale (here, next to this marker); Luis Robert (here, next to this marker); Marcus Semien (here, next to this marker); Gavin Sheets (here, next to this marker); Nick Madrigal (here, next to this marker); Jamie Moyer (a few steps from this marker); Eloy Jimenez (a few steps from this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Winston-Salem.

Regarding Aaron Rowand. Aaron Rowand played for the Winston-Salem Warthogs, the previous name of the team before it moved from Ernie Shore Stadium to Truist Stadium for the 2009 season.

Aaron Rowand Marker (left) near the main entrance to the ballpark image. Click for full size.

Photographed by Mark Parker, May 22, 2026

2. Aaron Rowand Marker (left) near the main entrance to the ballpark

Credits. This page was last revised on May 29, 2026. It was originally submitted on May 25, 2026, by Mark Parker of Hickory, North Carolina. This page has been viewed 6 times since then. Photos: 1, 2. submitted on May 25, 2026, by Mark Parker of Hickory, North Carolina. • Andrew Ruppenstein was the editor who published this page.